# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=712 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 713 --- ## [2005 Outback dying when in idle/stopped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-outback-dying-when-in-idle-stopped/131633)
**Author:** [@GOGOZeppeli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GOGOZeppeli)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-outback-dying-when-in-idle-stopped/131633 "2018-12-30T01:43:43Z")
I bought my 2005 Subaru Outback around this time last year. It has 123,000 miles and for the most part has been a great car for the last year. This week however I have noticed that it is idling \>1k rpm and if I am stoppe… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer whines at low rpm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-trailblazer-whines-at-low-rpm/131225)
**Author:** [@marykairis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marykairis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-trailblazer-whines-at-low-rpm/131225 "2018-12-30T01:14:13Z")
Last 2 months car whines upon acceleration @ 1100 rpms. Otherwise no other problems . --- ## [2002 saturn ls2 exhaust monifold gone bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-ls2-exhaust-monifold-gone-bad/82190)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 1:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-ls2-exhaust-monifold-gone-bad/82190 "2018-12-30T01:09:57Z")
Hear the pfuff sound and smell exhaust gasses, preliminary inspection cracks in the exhaust manifold at the upper bolts. Sure we will go to the junkyard and pop on a new manifold,but any clue why it is cracked? --- ## [2019 Jeep Cherokee transmission delay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-cherokee-transmission-delay/131260)
**Author:** [@PatrickSingson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickSingson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-cherokee-transmission-delay/131260 "2018-12-30T00:57:36Z")
Is the transmission really has a slight delay and unresponsiveness? --- ## [Yaris Low Coolant Temp Problem!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yaris-low-coolant-temp-problem/67393)
**Author:** [@buckaye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/buckaye)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yaris-low-coolant-temp-problem/67393 "2018-12-30T00:54:40Z")
Hi there all. Before someone says "normal" I know the low temp light is supposed to come on until the car reaches normal operating temp :slight\_smile: My problem is really strange and my mechanic and I are both perpl… --- ## [2009 Nissan Sentra squeaks on bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-sentra-squeaks-on-bumps/131606)
**Author:** [@Tapan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tapan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-sentra-squeaks-on-bumps/131606 "2018-12-30T00:41:10Z")
Squeeking noise when I hit a bump. --- ## [2014 Honda CR-V clicks but won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-clicks-but-won-t-start/131296)
**Author:** [@BrianPerrone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianPerrone)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-clicks-but-won-t-start/131296 "2018-12-30T00:39:56Z")
Car won’t start - just clicks rapidly when turn on the ignition. Any ideas? --- ## [01 Dodge Ram cold battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-dodge-ram-cold-battery-issue/131460)
**Author:** [@Nathaniel\_Ralston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nathaniel_Ralston)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-dodge-ram-cold-battery-issue/131460 "2018-12-30T00:21:04Z")
I have been out of town for a few months and I left my truck behind. I got up this morning and it did not start up, that was expected because it has not been driven in a while. I jump started the truck and it started rig… --- ## [1999 Chrysler Sebring fan/radio issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chrysler-sebring-fan-radio-issues/130542)
**Author:** [@James13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James13)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2018, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chrysler-sebring-fan-radio-issues/130542 "2018-12-30T00:19:31Z")
Heater/AC fan only works on high. How can I get the switch out to see if a connection has fallen off or is broken? The radio works intermittently. How can I get it out to see if there is a broken or loose power connecti… --- ## [1986 Toyota Pickup Wiper Linkage Tansmission & Bushing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-toyota-pickup-wiper-linkage-tansmission-bushing/58659)
**Author:** [@motofly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/motofly)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-toyota-pickup-wiper-linkage-tansmission-bushing/58659 "2018-12-29T22:58:51Z")
After a mere 24 years and 300,000 miles of near continuous use (I live in Seattle) my windshield wipers stopped working. Wiper motor seemed to be working so I took it out to get to the wiper transmission. The bushing c… --- ## [2010 Ford F-150 rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-f-150-rough-idle/131628)
**Author:** [@RobertPryce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertPryce)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-f-150-rough-idle/131628 "2018-12-29T22:43:39Z")
check engine light on. idles rough. codes 130 and 150 come up, indicating bad o2 sensors but sensors check ok. --- ## [2004 GMC Envoy: low oil pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-low-oil-pressure/131561)
**Author:** [@Richard211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard211)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-low-oil-pressure/131561 "2018-12-29T22:40:01Z")
2004 gmc envoy have low oil pressure come on after driving for awhile. I have flushed engine , changed oil and new sending unit. Where do I look now? Truck has 260 000 miles on it --- ## [03 Dodge Dakota doesn't start when it's wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-dodge-dakota-doesnt-start-when-its-wet/99039)
**Author:** [@rswintersteen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rswintersteen)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-dodge-dakota-doesnt-start-when-its-wet/99039 "2018-12-29T20:20:24Z")
'03 dodge Dakota 3.9 v6 136k- I've had a variety of issues I've fixed over the last few months, mostly because she sat for about two years while I was out of the country. But I've been able to figure everything out and g… --- ## [Flashing a Firebird computer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-a-firebird-computer/131602)
**Author:** [@BeckyHale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeckyHale)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-a-firebird-computer/131602 "2018-12-29T19:32:08Z")
I am looking for a person who can flash an 86 firebird computer. I am putting the motor in a 38 Ford PU --- ## [I need to buy a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-to-buy-a-car/131249)
**Author:** [@Meg\_Duggan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Meg_Duggan)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-to-buy-a-car/131249 "2018-12-29T19:27:50Z")
So 8 years ago I bought a 2011 Chevy (Daewoo) Aveo. It has been in one accident. It has no rust. My hubby has done most of the repairs. Engine started to burn the oil. It is at a shop pending hydrocarbon, leakdown and co… --- ## [All dash lights, cluster lights, radio, etc went out but car runs fine 2006 ford escape hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-dash-lights-cluster-lights-radio-etc-went-out-but-car-runs-fine-2006-ford-escape-hybrid/131571)
**Author:** [@ghrost\_146317](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ghrost_146317)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-dash-lights-cluster-lights-radio-etc-went-out-but-car-runs-fine-2006-ford-escape-hybrid/131571 "2018-12-29T12:57:48Z")
I’ve been searching around the forums to no avail on this issue and I know it could be a wild goose chase, but I thought I’d ask your opinions. On my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid, I drove to the grocery store and came home a… --- ## [Brake lines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lines/131479)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 12:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lines/131479 "2018-12-29T12:09:10Z")
Have a 2005 Malibu Classic 2.2. Replacing rear brake lines from pump to wheels. Fitting from right rear line at pump was really tight to start taking off. It has copper above the flare and is coarse thread. The left side… --- ## [Replace all fuel lines with nylon and hose clamps?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-all-fuel-lines-with-nylon-and-hose-clamps/131554)
**Author:** [@Jon\_Wallace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jon_Wallace)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-all-fuel-lines-with-nylon-and-hose-clamps/131554 "2018-12-29T06:23:45Z")
I have a 1994 F150 I’m re building. Is it safe to replace all the metal lines with nylon fuel hose and hose clamps instead of buying the plastic quick connects? If a hose clamp is safe I don’t see the point of using quic… --- ## [1990 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 bogs down on acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chevrolet-silverado-1500-bogs-down-on-acceleration/131582)
**Author:** [@CharlesLittleton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesLittleton)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chevrolet-silverado-1500-bogs-down-on-acceleration/131582 "2018-12-29T04:26:29Z")
Lack of power on slow highway acceleration, it bogs down a seems to have a misfire like feeling. All plugs, wires, cap and rotor replaced, new egr, map, temp sensor (another subject) all replaced… --- ## [Leaking strut after 5k miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-strut-after-5k-miles/131284)
**Author:** [@Vierzig501\_146133](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vierzig501_146133)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-strut-after-5k-miles/131284 "2018-12-29T03:54:30Z")
2018 ford f150 lariat 4x4, took it in for first oil change to local shop that I have trusted for a few years with previous trucks. Told me that on inspection the saw leaking from both front struts but more on right. No … --- ## [2017 Honda Accord - low beams are aimed too low](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-low-beams-are-aimed-too-low/131493)
**Author:** [@Finfrock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Finfrock)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-low-beams-are-aimed-too-low/131493 "2018-12-29T03:24:55Z")
2017 Honda Accord…Low beam lights aim to Low to the ground restricting distance of vision of about 2 car lengths… Going down mountains & hills is VERY DANGEROUS! There is a straight line from light to TOTAL DARKNESS. You… --- ## ['08 Subaru Outback 2.5 n/a 5 speed whining noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-subaru-outback-2-5-n-a-5-speed-whining-noise/131185)
**Author:** [@madudenhoeffer\_146068](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madudenhoeffer_146068)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2018, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-subaru-outback-2-5-n-a-5-speed-whining-noise/131185 "2018-12-29T02:02:34Z")
Hello, I have a 2008 Outback Touring 2.5 n/a 5 speed that is emitting a whining noise. It is especially pronounced in third gear when on the gas. When I’m not on the gas I do not hear it, and I only hear it with the win… --- ## [2002 Ford Explorer has needed four new fuel pumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-explorer-has-needed-four-new-fuel-pumps/131023)
**Author:** [@HollyDelants](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HollyDelants)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-explorer-has-needed-four-new-fuel-pumps/131023 "2018-12-28T21:23:56Z")
My fuel pump went out. I had it replaced and the new pump was deemed defective. It was replaced. Repeat, repeat. I am on the 4th or 5th pump now. I think it is more likely there is an underlying problem that is going u… --- ## [2010 Toyota Avalon - how important is the power steering rack boot?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-avalon-how-important-is-the-power-steering-rack-boot/131552)
**Author:** [@EDNAEOWENS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EDNAEOWENS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-avalon-how-important-is-the-power-steering-rack-boot/131552 "2018-12-28T21:19:22Z")
I have a recommendation to change the Power Steering Rack Boot. I want to know about how much this cost and is it dangerous to drive my vehicle I have 105,000 miles on my vehicle. --- ## [P0446 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0446-code/131505)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0446-code/131505 "2018-12-28T20:14:02Z")
i have a code p0446 for evap solenoid which is the solenoid mounted on the intake. does the code mean something is wrong with the solenoid itself or does the system see a less than expected vacuum reading in hose and thr… --- ## [2009 Elantra - High pitched SQUEAL from speakers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-elantra-high-pitched-squeal-from-speakers/55655)
**Author:** [@Gary\_Norbraten](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gary_Norbraten)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-elantra-high-pitched-squeal-from-speakers/55655 "2018-12-28T19:21:02Z")
Hi Car Talk Community! For the last 6 weeks I have debating calling in concerning this issue, but I haven't been able to pull the trigger and do it. Any help would be much appreciated. Here is my problem: O… --- ## [2003 Outback won't accept gas - lightning strike to blame?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-outback-wont-accept-gas-lightning-strike-to-blame/131548)
**Author:** [@ShaunnaGoldberry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShaunnaGoldberry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-outback-wont-accept-gas-lightning-strike-to-blame/131548 "2018-12-28T18:37:17Z")
Here is my Subaru Outback mystery: The first days after my local Sinclair gas station (the office portion not the gas tanks) was struck by lightning I stopped to purchase some gas. Now this is in La Verkin, Utah where … --- ## [2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen - sudden transmission trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-sudden-transmission-trouble/131501)
**Author:** [@NicholasGKarabis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NicholasGKarabis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-sudden-transmission-trouble/131501 "2018-12-28T18:24:30Z")
I bought a used 2013 vw jetta sportwagon. I had a transmission failure at 80,000 miles . It had only been serviced at the local dealer, with a fluid change at 30,000. At 80,000 miles the transmission started to buck goin… --- ## [1994 Mazda B2300 clutch issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-b2300-clutch-issue/131367)
**Author:** [@Craig24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Craig24)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-b2300-clutch-issue/131367 "2018-12-28T18:02:55Z")
The clutch engages on the very top; barely depressing the petal. --- ## [2006 Honda Accord gas smell through vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-gas-smell-through-vents/131452)
**Author:** [@DougHaenn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DougHaenn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-gas-smell-through-vents/131452 "2018-12-28T17:22:28Z")
Why does the smell of gasoline come in through the heat/ac vents in my car? it started about two months ago and I’ve had two different mechanics look at it, they couldn’t find the cause. It happens regardless of when I f… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=711) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=713)